For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,315 students in 49315, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 49315, MI are Byron Center West Middle School, Byron Center High School and Byron Center Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49315 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49315, MI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49315 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Byron Center High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49315, MI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Byron Center West Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8654 Homerich Ave Sw
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 878-6500
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 878-6500
Gr: 6-9 | 729 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Byron Center High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8500 Burlingame Ave Sw
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 878-6600
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 878-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,387 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Byron Center Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9930 Burlingame Ave Sw
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 878-4852
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 878-4852
Gr: K-12 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
49315, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Blain Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
240 84th Street Se
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 827-0195
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 827-0195
Gr: PK | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
8542 Byron Center Ave Sw
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 878-6100
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 878-6100
Gr: PK
6636 Homerich
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 261-9478
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 261-9478
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 49315, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 49315, MI include Byron Center West Middle School, Byron Center High School and Byron Center Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 49315?
3 public high schools are located in 49315.
What is the racial composition of students in 49315?
49315 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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